R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc. (Murray, KY)
   Position Available
   Process Engineer


R. T. Vanderbilt Company, a Western KY employer, is seeking two Chemical Engineers. The qualifying candidates will provide technical process support to production operations and plant engineering. The position requires good interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a technical team or independently.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements:

  • BS degree in Chemical Engineering.


  • Duties will include:

  • Monitoring of batch processes.
  • Investigate process related operational problems and optimization of existing processes.
  • Identify and implement cost savings projects.
  • Calculate heat and material balances. Determines ratings for equipment including vessels, exchangers, pumps, etc.
  • Prepare equipment specifications, PFD’s, heat and material balances, and P&ID’s for new and existing products.
  • Review existing flow sheets, and recommends best operational strategy to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
  • Provide process engineering support for projects, unit turnarounds/shutdowns.
  • Writing new and upgrading existing Manufacturing Procedures and batch records.
  • Independently conducts technical and economic studies.
  • Develop and provide technical presentations to management and plant employee training as needed.
  • On call responsibilities (rotating).


  • R.T. Vanderbilt offers a competitive compensation package including: health insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, 401K, paid vacations and holidays.

    Post offer drug screen and background check are required.

    To apply for this position, e-mail, fax, or mail your resume to:
    R. T. Vanderbilt Chemical Company, Inc. – Murray Division
    Attention: Human Resources
    396 Pella Way
    Murray, KY 42071
    Fax: (270) 759-9692
    E-mail: sboardman@rtvanderbilt.com
    R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc. is a leading supplier of over 800 different products in 60 distinct categories, supplying industrial minerals and chemicals for the rubber, petroleum, plastics, paint, paper, ceramics, and cosmetics markets. We are committed to providing our customers with quality products and services, which meet customer expectations the first time, every time. The R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

    All applicants must currently possess authorization to work in this country. No visa sponsorships at this time.



       R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
     30 Winfield Street
     Norwalk, CT   06856
     800.243.6064
     fax:203.853.1452